Skilled Nursing
Altoona Health & Rehab
Scout 80Altoona, AL · 50 beds
4.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Very limited availability
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Altoona.
Est. $7,470–$9,030/mo
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Gadsden Health and Rehab Center
1945 Davis Drive, Gadsden, AL 35904 · Etowah County
We care for those who care for us with long and short-term care, senior rehab, & respite care. Gadsden Health & Rehab is committed to enhancing the quality of life for each of our residents.
72
StrongHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates strong.
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Availability outlookModerate availability
Typically 82% full — openings are usually available.
Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
Our evaluation
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Gadsden
Gadsden Health and Rehab Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Gadsden, AL, with 168 certified beds and an average of about 138 residents per day. It operates as part of the Preston Health Services network.
Medicare rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 4/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.09 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.50 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 51.3%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 3 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓Strong health-inspection rating
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.09 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
None noted in the public data.
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Gadsden for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 168
- Avg. residents/day
- 138
- Ownership
- For profit - Individual
- Part of a chain
- Preston Health Services
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 015180
Federal quality ratings
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures
Pricing & cost
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $7,470–$9,030/mo (median $8,040) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Gadsden prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 4.09
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.50
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 51.3%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 3
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2021-07-15
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (6 citations on record — showing the latest 6). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2021-07-15Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition
2021-07-15Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
2021-07-15Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
2019-12-05Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
2018-11-01Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compar…
2018-11-01Severity D — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Respite / short-term stays
- ✓ Daily activities & events
- ✓ Library
- ✓ Studio apartments
Location
1945 Davis Drive, Gadsden, AL
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Gadsden Health and Rehab Center
How much does Gadsden Health and Rehab Center cost?
Gadsden Health and Rehab Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Gadsden, AL area typically runs $7,470–$9,030 per month (median $8,040, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Gadsden Health and Rehab Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Gadsden Health and Rehab Center 4 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Gadsden Health and Rehab Center?
Staff provide about 4.09 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 51.3% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Gadsden Health and Rehab Center?
Gadsden Health and Rehab Center has 6 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2021-07-15). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Gadsden Health and Rehab Center have availability?
Typically 82% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Gadsden Health and Rehab Center offer?
Gadsden Health and Rehab Center in Gadsden, AL offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 168 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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